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Ted Rules the World
Ted's life takes a weird turn when a new prime minister takes charge and starts governing the country based on Ted's whims. A hilarious adventure with Hula-Hoops and helicopters.
94 pages, Paperback
First published July 15, 2015
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Frank Cottrell Boyce
77 books265 followersFrank Cottrell Boyce is a British screenwriter, novelist and occasional actor.
In addition to original scripts, Cottrell Boyce has also adapted novels for the screen and written children's fiction, winning the 2004 Carnegie Medal for his debut, Millions, based on his own screenplay for the film of the same name.
His novel Framed was shortlisted for the Whitbread Book of the Year as well as the Carnegie Medal.
He adapted the novel into a screenplay for a 2009 BBC television film. His 2009 novel Cosmic has also been shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal.
He is married and the father of seven children.
In addition to original scripts, Cottrell Boyce has also adapted novels for the screen and written children's fiction, winning the 2004 Carnegie Medal for his debut, Millions, based on his own screenplay for the film of the same name.
His novel Framed was shortlisted for the Whitbread Book of the Year as well as the Carnegie Medal.
He adapted the novel into a screenplay for a 2009 BBC television film. His 2009 novel Cosmic has also been shortlisted for the Carnegie Medal.
He is married and the father of seven children.
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February 10, 2025
Ted McKillop wakes up on his birthday to find his parents have forgotten about it because of the election.
A fun little story which emphasises that little bit of sparkle that names life special. Boyce's language is easy to understand and engaging enough to make even reluctant readers turn the page.
A fun little story which emphasises that little bit of sparkle that names life special. Boyce's language is easy to understand and engaging enough to make even reluctant readers turn the page.
August 2, 2017
Un libro muy fácil de leer, de un tirón.
Está bien pero no sé si, en cierto modo, también implica que todo aquello que nos hace diferentes no es bueno o que puede causar problemas (en lugar de tratarse de algo positivo que cada uno puede aportar al mundo). En el caso de Ted es su pelo rojo [al que, OJO, tildan de no "normal"] el que, según palabras de la cajera, no lo hace adecuado para el cargo de consejero de la Primera Ministra (ya que no deseará lo que la mayoría quiere o, al revés, lo que desea no es del agrado de la mayoría).
Sí, es cierto que cuando Ted expresa esa última opinión no está siendo completamente sincero (aunque sea consigo mismo) con lo que ha sucedido con la mochila y el Sr. Mercer pero, en realidad, esta solo expresa una contramedida para lo que en el mundo real bien podría representar cualquier caso de discriminación (sea este racial o de otro tipo). ¿Que otros intentan abusar de la protección que la nueva ley (en ese caso, de protección para los pelirrojos) otorga? Sí, pero ¿cómo podría eso en exclusiva transformar la ley de buena en mala? Simplemente requeriría de otras medidas para su uso adecuado.
El libro muestra la problemática encontrada por la sociedad con esa ley con la que no está de acuerdo por no considerarla justa. Pero, ¿de verdad no habría habido otros problemas con ninguna de las anteriores? Por ejemplo, con la de ir caminando a la escuela una vez a la semana: ¿qué pasó con los niños con problemas de salud, una pierna rota, una discapacidad física, etc.?
Asimismo, dicen que recordarán lo aprendido … y se supone que acaban consultando al amigo Benedict de igual modo. Interesante.
Está bien pero no sé si, en cierto modo, también implica que todo aquello que nos hace diferentes no es bueno o que puede causar problemas (en lugar de tratarse de algo positivo que cada uno puede aportar al mundo). En el caso de Ted es su pelo rojo [al que, OJO, tildan de no "normal"] el que, según palabras de la cajera, no lo hace adecuado para el cargo de consejero de la Primera Ministra (ya que no deseará lo que la mayoría quiere o, al revés, lo que desea no es del agrado de la mayoría).
Sí, es cierto que cuando Ted expresa esa última opinión no está siendo completamente sincero (aunque sea consigo mismo) con lo que ha sucedido con la mochila y el Sr. Mercer pero, en realidad, esta solo expresa una contramedida para lo que en el mundo real bien podría representar cualquier caso de discriminación (sea este racial o de otro tipo). ¿Que otros intentan abusar de la protección que la nueva ley (en ese caso, de protección para los pelirrojos) otorga? Sí, pero ¿cómo podría eso en exclusiva transformar la ley de buena en mala? Simplemente requeriría de otras medidas para su uso adecuado.
El libro muestra la problemática encontrada por la sociedad con esa ley con la que no está de acuerdo por no considerarla justa. Pero, ¿de verdad no habría habido otros problemas con ninguna de las anteriores? Por ejemplo, con la de ir caminando a la escuela una vez a la semana: ¿qué pasó con los niños con problemas de salud, una pierna rota, una discapacidad física, etc.?
Asimismo, dicen que recordarán lo aprendido … y se supone que acaban consultando al amigo Benedict de igual modo. Interesante.
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September 3, 2019
This book tells the adventurous and amusing story of Ted, a boy who all of a sudden finds himself advising the prime minister! At first overjoyed with his position, Ted realises that having so much responsibility can be challenging. Confused why he was given the role, Ted realises he was chosen because he was the most average of all children. At the end of the book Ted realises that every one has something that makes them special.
A really great book for older children (yr5-6) who may struggle with reading or to read as a whole class to increase inclussion and use as a discussion aid. It explores democracy and politics in an easy child friendly manner and would be a great tool to use alongside discussions about school council elections, for example. It also explores current issues such as global warming and poverty which could be great current affair conversation starters. A fun little activity that could go alongside this would be a, "If i was Prime minister i would..." question.
A really great book for older children (yr5-6) who may struggle with reading or to read as a whole class to increase inclussion and use as a discussion aid. It explores democracy and politics in an easy child friendly manner and would be a great tool to use alongside discussions about school council elections, for example. It also explores current issues such as global warming and poverty which could be great current affair conversation starters. A fun little activity that could go alongside this would be a, "If i was Prime minister i would..." question.
November 6, 2022
When I tell you I love Frank Cottrell Boyce more than any other author-
This is pure perfection
Although I'm kind of obsessed with the clickbait - illustrated by Chris Riddell and Cate James - because Riddell literally only did the picture on the cover.
This is pure perfection
Although I'm kind of obsessed with the clickbait - illustrated by Chris Riddell and Cate James - because Riddell literally only did the picture on the cover.
July 17, 2021
I wanted to test out this author so decided on a short and easy book. It may have only been 90 pages but I really enjoyed it!! Looking forward to trying out more of his books.
September 3, 2015
Short 'Little Gems' title, a great story that can be read in one sitting, with large font easy-to-read text, lots of pictures and short chapters and an engaging story all designed to encourage reluctant readers.
A Cottrell Boyce title is always worth reading. And here, our hero finds himself in a unique position after being given a shop loyalty card on his 9th birthday. Buying his own birthday snacks, a nice cashier gives him the card and asks him about his life. Strangely, the country's new Prime Minister addresses this very issue on TV shortly after...
Ted soon finds that his suggestions are all passed on - a three-day weekend, everyone walking to school once a week... he's advising the Prime Minister!
Silly wish-fulfilment idea, but great fun to read. It reminded me a little of a shorter 'The Accidental Prime Minister'. Very easy to read, and accessible, will also stimulate discussion if this is shared with teachers or parents.
There are also extras . On the inside back cover, you can draw the funniest news story you can think up, and on the inside front is a quiz – what kind of PM would you be?
Love this title, one for struggling/reluctant readers or those newly confident.
A Cottrell Boyce title is always worth reading. And here, our hero finds himself in a unique position after being given a shop loyalty card on his 9th birthday. Buying his own birthday snacks, a nice cashier gives him the card and asks him about his life. Strangely, the country's new Prime Minister addresses this very issue on TV shortly after...
Ted soon finds that his suggestions are all passed on - a three-day weekend, everyone walking to school once a week... he's advising the Prime Minister!
Silly wish-fulfilment idea, but great fun to read. It reminded me a little of a shorter 'The Accidental Prime Minister'. Very easy to read, and accessible, will also stimulate discussion if this is shared with teachers or parents.
There are also extras . On the inside back cover, you can draw the funniest news story you can think up, and on the inside front is a quiz – what kind of PM would you be?
Love this title, one for struggling/reluctant readers or those newly confident.
November 2, 2017
Now this is fab. Too often, books for "struggling readers" are boring and subpar, not to mention being too babyish for older readers, and these things can put kids off books for life. I've heard good things about Barrington Stoke books, but we don't have many (at school), and this is the first I've been able to get my hands on through the public library. And here we are, with two of the biggest names in children's books, Frank Cotterell Boyce and Chris Riddell, creating a beautifully laid-out, fun story, which is really engaging but at a level our "struggling readers" can handle. I'm going to take it into school and try it out on some of the kids and SEN staff, and if results are good, try and wring as much money out of the budget as I can to get these on the shelves. If the whole Little Gems series is like this, it's worth the investment.
January 23, 2016
Ted rules!
March 28, 2017
An interesting book and I wish I could rule the world!
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